Unique Bear Family Visits Chandi Devi Temple Daily

In a remarkable display of nature and spirituality, a family of bears visits the Chandi Devi Temple daily, drawing crowds of visitors. This 150-year-old temple not only serves as a place of worship for people but also holds a special significance for these bears. As the evening aarti begins, the bears arrive, participating in the rituals and leaving peacefully with prasad. This unique interaction between wildlife and faith continues to astonish those who come to seek blessings from the goddess.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 19, 2026, 03:36 IST

Daily Visitors at Chandi Devi Temple

A family of bears makes a daily visit to the Chandi Devi Temple, located here. It has been reported that this temple in the Mahasamund district is not only a place of faith for people but also holds significance for animals. Every day, thousands flock to the temple to seek blessings from the goddess, where they are often amazed to witness the bears' devotion.

According to reports, this temple is approximately 150 years old. Inside the temple, there is a beautifully crafted natural idol of Goddess Chandi. Visitors come not only to receive blessings but also to catch a glimpse of the bears.

People often wait for hours for the bear family to arrive at the temple. The temple priest mentions that the bears typically show up during the evening when the aarti (ritual) begins. This news is being reported by a media outlet. Remarkably, these bears also participate in the aarti, and after the rituals conclude, they leave peacefully with the prasad (offering) without causing any harm, returning to the forests.